5th-8th Grade Science Teacher

Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clare of Assisi–St. Francis Xavier School in the Bronx is seeking a Fifth-Grade Homeroom Teacher and Science Teacher for Grades 5–8 for the 2026–2027 school year.

The role combines homeroom leadership with engaging science instruction. The ideal candidate will foster a structured, supportive classroom, differentiate instruction for diverse learners, and help students grow in Catholic faith and community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• New York State teaching certification preferred.
• Experience teaching upper-elementary or middle-school students preferred.
• Ability to design engaging lessons for diverse language needs.
• Commitment to Catholic education and school community.

Responsibilities

• Serving as the fifth-grade homeroom teacher and supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth
• Teaching science to students in Grades 5–8
• Planning and delivering engaging, standards-aligned lessons
• Incorporating hands-on investigations, laboratory activities, scientific inquiry, and real-world applications
• Using assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction
• Providing appropriate scaffolds and differentiation for students with varying learning needs, including multilingual learners
• Maintaining clear classroom routines and high expectations for learning and behavior
• Communicating regularly and professionally with families
• Collaborating with colleagues, school leadership, and student-support personnel
• Participating fully in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and the faith life of the school
• Supporting the Catholic identity, values, and mission of the school

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Science instruction

Differentiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York teaching certification

Job description

Fifth-Grade Homeroom Teacher / Science Teacher, Grades 5–8

St. Clare of Assisi–St. Francis Xavier School, a Catholic elementary school serving students in Pre-K through Grade 8 in the Bronx, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic educator to serve as a fifth-grade homeroom teacher and science teacher for Grades 5–8 for the 2026–2027 school year.

The successful candidate will create a structured, engaging, and supportive classroom environment; provide standards-aligned science instruction; and help students develop scientific knowledge, inquiry skills, critical thinking, and curiosity about the world around them.

Responsibilities Include

• Serving as the fifth-grade homeroom teacher and supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth
• Teaching science to students in Grades 5–8
• Planning and delivering engaging, standards-aligned lessons
• Incorporating hands-on investigations, laboratory activities, scientific inquiry, and real-world applications
• Using assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction
• Providing appropriate scaffolds and differentiation for students with varying learning needs, including multilingual learners
• Maintaining clear classroom routines and high expectations for learning and behavior
• Communicating regularly and professionally with families
• Collaborating with colleagues, school leadership, and student-support personnel
• Participating fully in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and the faith life of the school
• Supporting the Catholic identity, values, and mission of the school

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• New York State teacher certification preferred
• Experience teaching upper-elementary or middle-school students preferred
• Strong classroom-management, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to design engaging lessons for students with diverse academic and language needs
• Commitment to academic excellence, student well-being, professional collaboration, and Catholic education

The ideal candidate is warm but firm, dependable, well-organized, and able to build positive relationships with students and families. We are looking for an educator who holds high expectations, values teamwork, and will become an active and supportive member of our school community.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience and follows applicable Archdiocese of New York guidelines. In the range of $55,072.00-$76,907.00.